The Cubs have reportedly traded Drew Smyly to the Rangers, according to Jerry Crasnick. (Jerry Crasnick on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact
This move was mostly about finances, both because the Cubs wanted to clear Smyly's $7 million salary to exercise Cole Hamels' option, and because the Rangers were on the hook for Hamels' $6 million buyout if the Cubs did not exercise the option. Smyly has not pitched in the big leagues in two seasons, and should not be much more than a late-round pick in deep leagues this season, assuming he is healthy.